Anna Katharine Green

The Golden Slipper and Other Problems for Violet Strange (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

"The Golden Slipper and Other Problems for Violet Strange" is a collection of stories by Anna Katharine Green featuring an early edition of that familiar figure, the "girl detective". Violet Strange is a pretty young debutante with a wealthy father and the spare time to secretly investigate various matters within her social sphere. Her knowledge of the aristocracy helps the police solve the crimes. Originally published in 1915, "The Golden Slipper" is the debut entry in the Violet Strange series. Miss Strange proves who is behind a series of high society thefts. It would seem to be one of group of friends known as "The Inseparables" with suspicion focused on one of the young ladies in particular. A golden slipper is the only clue that will help Violet find who the real thief is.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Ktoczyta.pl
• Seitenzahl: 296
• Altersempfehlung: ab 6 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. Juli 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788381620246
• Artikelnr.: 54525044

Autorenporträt

Anna Katharine Green was an American poet and novelist, born on November 11, 1846, in Brooklyn, New York. She is often regarded as one of the pioneers of detective fiction in America and has been called "the mother of the detective novel" for her contributions to the genre. Green was known for her well-crafted, legally accurate stories that set her apart from many other writers of her time. She achieved notable success with her first novel, The Leavenworth Case, and went on to write many other detective stories that captivated readers. Her works were recognized for their intricate plots and attention to detail, influencing the development of the mystery genre. Green married Charles Rohlfs in 1884, and they remained together until her death on April 11, 1935, in Buffalo, New York. Beyond her literary career, Green's works were adapted into several films, including The Leavenworth Case, His Wife's Husband, and Who Is Number One? Her legacy endures as a trailblazer in American detective fiction.